Audio-Technica AT-VM520xEB/H Headshell/Cartridge Combo Kit, Elliptical Bonded

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AT-VM520xEB/H

The AT-VM520xEB/H combo kit includes the AT-VM520xEB elliptical bonded dual moving magnet cartridge premounted on the AT-LT10 universal 1/2"-mount headshell. The AT-VM520xEB is part of the updated AT-VMx series, which introduces material and design changes to further refine the VM sound, offering responsive playback that is especially sensitive to the dynamism of musical expression.

 

Features

AT-VM520xEB Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge

  • AT-VMx dual moving magnet cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus

  • 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical bonded stylus tracks the record groove with accuracy for outstanding audio reproduction

  • Paratoroidal coils improve generating efficiency for enhanced channel separation, channel balance, and transient response 

  • PCUHD (Pure Copper Ultra High Drawability) coils – and fewer coil turns – deliver highly responsive, three-dimensional sound reproduction with excellent transient response

  • Center shield plate between the left and right channels reduces crosstalk for clear stereo sound

  • Threaded inserts make cartridge easier to mount, especially to integrated tonearms

  • V-cut in the flip-up stylus protector shows stylus position, serving as a guide for lowering the stylus onto a record

  • Durable low-resonance polymer housing 

  • Aluminum cantilever

  • Compatible with any turntable headshell that accepts 1/2" cartridges

  • Compatible with most AT-VMx series replacement styli,* offering a wide choice of options for every budget and application

*Excludes mono models

 

AT-LT10 Universal Headshell

  • Universal ½"-mount headshell for 4-pin turntable cartridges with or without threaded inserts

  • Ultra-lightweight aluminum die-cast body keeps vibration to the bare minimum

  • Elongated through holes enable precise cartridge positioning and overhang adjustment

  • OFC (oxygen-free copper) lead wires for exceptional sound quality

  • Slip-resistant finger lift allows stylus to be placed precisely on the record

  • Includes mounting screws

 

Specifications

Cartridge & Stylus
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz
Channel Separation 24 dB (1 kHz)
Vertical Tracking Angle 20°
Tracking Force 1.8 to 2.2 g (2.0 g standard)
Stylus Construction Elliptical bonded
Recommended Load Impedance 47 k ohms
Coil Impedance 3.2 k ohms (1 kHz)
DC Resistance 750 ohms
Coil Inductance 480 mH (1 kHz)
Output Voltage 5.0 mV (1 kHz, 5 cm/sec.)
Output Balance 1.5 dB (1 kHz)
Cantilever Aluminum pipe
Static Compliance 23 × 10-6 cm/dyne
Dynamic Compliance 7 × 10-6 cm/dyne (100 Hz)
Dimensions 67.4 mm (2.7”) × 18.5 mm (0.73”) × 21.5 mm (0.85”) (H × W × D)
Recommended Load Capacitance 150 to 250 pF
Replacement Stylus AT-VMN20xEB* (sold separately)
Stylus Curvature Radius 0.3 × 0.7 mil
Type VM
Weight 18.3 g (0.65 oz)
Notes *The replacement stylus of this product is used for AT-VMx series products. In this series, we offer replacement styli with different stylus tip structures and point shapes.
For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.

 

 

 

How Long Will Shipping Take?

For shipping and handling times, please see below:

 

Item is Released Items will ship within 1 day if in stock and as soon as available if inbound.
Item is a Pre-Order Sale Items will ship once available after the release date. 
Item is on Backorder Orders will ship once checked in but may take 15-45 days to restock.

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